79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport vs Dunlop GP Racer D211 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop GP Racer D211 — better dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport if comfort and wet matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
GP Racer D211 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 72 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 82 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
GP Racer D211 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
GP Racer D211 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 96 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Dunlop GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 81 |
| Dry | 86 | 98 |
| Wet | 75 | 72 |
| Comfort | 88 | 82 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 72 |
| Handling | 85 | 96 |
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79
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport is widely regarded as a reliable, confidence-inspiring tire for street-oriented sport riding and touring. While it receives high marks for its predictable handling and ability to absorb road imperfections, more aggressive riders note that it lacks the ultimate feedback and grip limits required for high-performance track or spirited riding.
Pros
- Excellent confidence and stability in varied road conditions
- Strong performance in both wet and dry weather
- Effective absorption of road bumps and irregularities
- Predictable handling characteristics for street use
Cons
- Lack of feedback and feel at higher lean angles
- Tendency to square off during long-distance or motorway riding
- Performance limits are reached quickly during aggressive, high-speed riding
- Inconsistent grip levels reported by some users when pushing the rear tire
Observations
- Users on smaller displacement bikes, such as 250cc models, report excellent longevity and minimal wear.
- High-horsepower sportbike owners (e.g., 170bhp machines) report faster squaring of the rear tire and suggest the need for stickier compounds for track-focused performance.
The Dunlop GP Racer D211 is widely regarded as a premier track-focused tire that offers near-slick levels of dry grip and exceptional feedback. While it performs capably on the road, users emphasize that its true potential is unlocked on the circuit, where it rewards riders with predictable handling and high-performance stability.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip comparable to dedicated racing slicks
- Fast warm-up times providing confidence-inspiring feedback
- Predictable handling and stability during aggressive cornering
- Superior longevity compared to some direct competitors in the track-day segment
Cons
- Can feel slippery and unstable during the initial cold-start phase
- High price point in certain markets
- Performance is heavily dependent on maintaining correct tire pressures
- Less optimized for road use compared to dedicated street-compound tires
Observations
- High-horsepower motorcycle owners report that the tire handles significant power delivery without loss of traction.
- Users note that the tire's performance characteristics are highly sensitive to pressure adjustments, which directly impacts tread life and session longevity.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | B · Dunlop GP Racer D211 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Bridgestone
81
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop GP Racer D211 — better dry and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport if comfort and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop GP Racer D211 scores 98 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop GP Racer D211 scores 96 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 88 vs 82 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 75 vs 72 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport
Tire B · Dunlop GP Racer D211
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.